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Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Out of Africa

What's It Wednesday #11

In Ghana, It is more important to think then to react. This sculpture of the profile of the thinker is a nice reminder.

This metal water carrier walks among the porcelain roses.

This darling Blackamoor stands tall and proud. Blackamoor mean't dark skin. I can tell you it was love at first sight the day he and I met. He represents the lovely people of northern Africa and Southern Spain.

This lovely "Queen Mother" is very tall and has a place of prominence on the entertainment unit in the family room

My favorite ebony sculpture is of the woman and the vessel of water. It is quite a delicate carving.

These West African weddings combs are so unique. The carving is quite intricate.

Ghanaians are known for their fertility sculptures. They range from wedding combs to a variety of statues.

This old guy keeps me on my toes. He is a beautiful ebony carving with a marble base. He hails from Kenya and adds just the right touch on top of the refrigerator.

This is a collection of carved canes from Kenya and Ghana. They make a real statement in the entry.

Finally, these five gentlemen interlock and are carved from one piece of wood. Amazing! They form the base for this side table.

Such a wonderful and meangingful collection! Ummm I could really use that first "thinker" statue...I really need the reminder to think more often, and use my mouth less so *winks*I have long had blackamoors on my list of "wants em badly" Yours is wonderful! And I love the way you've displayed him!.....Speaking of displays...You have a nicer one on top of your fridge than I have anywhere in my house! *winks*I'll be back tomorrow to join the partay...Vanna

Since I'll probably never be fortunate enough to travel to Africa (my daughter was in Morocco last week!) I'll have to see it through your lovely collection. My favorite WAS the little figure in the bird cage and the comb with the two figures (I have twin daughters so it reminded me of how close they are!). Thanks for sharing another set of beautiful images from your collections!

My middle daughter also collects Blackamoor..You have a great collections my dear friends..I'm linked in again this weekk..I know don't fall over from a heart attack ha ha!! Love ya girls..Hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

I love your collection and love learning about all of the meanings behind them. I especially love the wedding combs..so beautiful!..Thank you for hosting..I truly enjoy linking up each week and a big thank you for featuring my bird cage!

Hi Patti and Paula,your collection looks fantastic. Especially the combination of the various dark wood carvings seems mysterious and magical. You have compiled with the real expert's eye. Thanks for the tour of Africa. It would be so much to learn from this culture.Best greetings, Johanna

I have gotten interested in the Blackamoor since you & My Old Hostoric House has shown them. I have seen them for years in high end antiques shops but was always looking for furniture and I have really missed out on some great ones.The canes are very interesting as are the 5 gentlemen table that is really a good conversation pieceYour featured items are all wonderful

OMG!! Thank you so much for featuring my little shelf. I am so honored to be considered.I loved my tour of Africa. I enjoy all your tours whether they are geographical or historical and they always fascinating.The Wedding Combs are amazing in their beauty and symbolism. I love the fellow on the fridge. He looks like the stern father watching over the giddy and mischievous little girls. Could that describe anyone we know? LOL!Thanks again for the feature.Blessings, Ginger

You girls are the sweetest! Thank you for your kindness and for featuring my post...it is truly appreciated.You have such incredible collections...Thank you for sharing and for hosting (love the title)!xxDebbie

Another fun and educational post. I am sure I will never make it for real to Africa, so this is a next best thing. Thanks one thousand times also for featuring my blog, My Old Historic House, this week on your beautiful blog. It really means a lot to me and I only wish I could do more to show my appreciation. All my blogger friends are the best. Thanks again and again. happy Valentines Day.

Hello there darling Patti!! Thank you for visiting me! Oh, what a wild year this has been for us at school; I am so tired and I just cannot keep up with comments and the things that I love to do outside of work! I LOVE THAT FIRST STATEMENT about the people of Ghana: TO THINK FIRST BEFORE YOU REACT. Oh how that is a life lesson for both young and old. THANK YOU for this beautiful post on a world that is practically never seen, at least in my circle of blogging. BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Anita

LOVE your collection! I actually have a small collection of the figures. My Grandfather was a wood carver and I appreciate the work that goes into each piece. Thanks for this fabulous linky day.~Debra xxxCapers of the vintage vixens

These are A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!! You have the most wonderful collections I have seen, ever! I love it when you are able to tell us about them and their roots. I love learning about the things that others collect. It part of the fascination. I always wonder what it is that makes us collect the things we do. Why we find something so interesting and beautiful that we must have it. I just know that when I see it...I always know. I get 'that' feeling. I;m sure you know exactly what I mean : )Thank you for the sweetest note you left for me. It made my heart sing!!!hugs from here...

Another wonderful selection of posts! When my husband and I were first married, one of our gifts was an African fertility mask. My mother took charge of it when we moved from our home town. It was lovely just like your figures.

Do you know that I have always wanted to go to Africa? Their design is so interesting to me. The Blackamoor is such a character, and the wedding combs remind me of my girls. The Queen Mother is lovely, and the five gentlemen are so cool. I'm so glad that you came over to get my Valentine message. I truly did want the two of you to see it, as you are amazing women, as I mentioned in my note. Happy Valentine's Day to both of you special ladies. I really enjoyed your post today.~Sheri at Red Rose Alley

Thank you for finding me and inviting me to join your lovely party. I'm now following and as soon as I have a quiet moment I will be looking further into your past's post's. What a lovely blog you both have..Thank you so much for your lovely comments on my Valentine's..Kindredly,Shirley

Hello Ladies,Your collection is beautiful, each piece with significant meaning! I particularly love the wedding combs. I had no idea you had a Wednesday Link up. If I post on Wednesday's I'll be sure to hook up!Hugs Rosemary...xx

These are all so beautiful, sweet friends! Exquisite workmanship, and I am so taken by the facial expressions..Thank you so much for sharing this beauty.Wishing you both a romantic and wonderful Valentine's Day!!Hugs,- Irina

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